{"product_id":"alocasia-cuprea-variegata","title":"Alocasia cuprea Variegata -Bare Bottom Baby - Baby Brendan","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlocasia cuprea Variegata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and spectacular variegated form of the distinctive Alocasia cuprea, prized for its highly reflective, almost metallic foliage. Its thick, sculptural leaves display rich shades of copper, bronze and deep green, enhanced by contrasting cream, yellow or pale-green variegation. The combination of metallic colour, pronounced veining and unpredictable variegation makes every leaf uniquely striking.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften admired for its almost artificial-looking foliage, Alocasia cuprea Variegata is a compact-growing collector Alocasia that makes an impressive feature in any rare plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Plan for Alocasia cuprea Variegata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright, indirect light. Adequate light helps support healthy growth and variegation, but avoid strong direct sunlight as the lighter variegated sections are particularly susceptible to scorching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top few centimetres of growing media to dry slightly between waterings. Water thoroughly, allowing excess water to drain freely. Avoid keeping the growing media constantly wet, as this can increase the risk of root and corm rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moderate to high humidity, ideally around \u003cstrong\u003e60–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e. Good airflow is recommended alongside higher humidity to maintain healthy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in warm conditions between \u003cstrong\u003e18–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Protect from cold draughts and prolonged temperatures below approximately 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a loose, well-draining and aerated aroid growing media. A quality mix containing potting media with coarse components such as bark and perlite will provide both moisture retention and good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertiliser during periods of active growth according to the recommended rate. Reduce feeding during cooler months or when the plant's growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegation can differ considerably between individual plants and from one leaf to the next. Highly variegated plants may grow more slowly due to having less chlorophyll available for photosynthesis. Alocasia cuprea can also slow its growth or enter a period of dormancy during cooler conditions, so watering should be reduced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;\"\u003eThese plants have been grown in seedling plug trays and therefore the root systems will not be as fully established as a larger pot size and will require extra attention. Plants are on average 5cm in length and photos on the website are indicative only. Please take this into consideration with each purchase of the Bare Bottom Babies.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe dispatch team always pick the best plants that are available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Enliven","offers":[{"title":"Baby Brendan","offer_id":52350554374444,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/8942\/1868\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_48335ffd-0ca1-43a4-a875-0b49c17397f3.jpg?v=1788326409","url":"https:\/\/enlivenplants.com.au\/products\/alocasia-cuprea-variegata","provider":"Enliven Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}